UPDATE: Anthony Horowitz On Idris Elba In BOND Films: "He Is Probably A Bit Too “Street” For Bond"
James Bond Author Anthony Horowitz had a bit to say about Idris Elba in Bond films. And those words weren't applauding, nor supporting for Elba the role.
While talking with the Daily Mail, author Anthony Horowitz, who wrote the new Bond novel Trigger Mortis, expressed his thoughts about Idris Elba in Bond films, and reveals that he thinks Elba shouldn't have got the role. Why? Well, it seems as though he thinks Elba is a bit too "street" to play that role. "Idris Elba is a terrific actor, but I can think of other black actors who would do it better. For me, Idris Elba is a bit too rough to play the part.It’s not a color issue. I think he is probably a bit too “street” for Bond. Is it a question of being suave? Yeah.”
Idris Elba has appeared in many films such as Pacific Rim, Prometheus, Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom ,and as many of you may know, he's appeared in many Marvel Cinematic Universe films. In these films, I'm sure we can all agree that Elba's performance was incredible! Anthony Horowitz revealed his true feelings, but hey, his opinions are his own.
Anyhow, Anthony Horowitz doesn't in any way have any control over the any of the Bond films, so I doubt you'll have to worry about Idris getting replaced, or fired by the company execs. Because just like us, I'm sure they love the idea of Elba starring in their film! With Spectre opening in theaters Nov. 6, sound off below in the comment section with your thoughts regarding Horowitz's words!
UPDATE: It appears that Anthony Horowitz decided to speak out on the recent outrage coming from his comments regarding Idris Elba. Via Twitter, he issued an apology, and said he picked his words "clumsily," and that he's "mortified to have caused offence". You can take a look at his full statement below!